Bridport News

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:44:08 +0000
Photos - Worm Moon delights skygazers
The second full moon of the year delighted skygazers across Dorset

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:17:31 +0000
Woman injured on coast path
Coastguard crews rushed to the aid of an injured woman at a 'particularly inaccessible' stretch of the South West Coast Path

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:54:00 +0000
Community bus service resumes after road incident
A community bus is still off the road following an incident in Lyme Regis - but a replacement vehicle is being brought in

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:43:00 +0000
Classical concert to raise money for musical instruments
A worldwide respected musician is holding a concert at a Bridport school to raise money for new instruments for pupils

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:36:00 +0000
Performance celebrating anniversary of dance group set for this weekend
An energic dance performance celebrating a groups milestone is coming to Bridport this weekend

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Boat Building Academy's new chair of trustees appointed in Lyme Regis
Janet Breeze appointed chair of trustees at Boat Building Academy, Lyme Regis—the UK’s last boat-building school—leading a five-year plan to secure its future.

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:08:52 +0000
Starmer to face MPs after Trump's attack claiming he was 'no Churchill'
Trump has been critical of Sir Keir Starmer for not permitting US aircraft to launch attacks against Tehran from British bases.

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:30:00 +0000
UK Government advises do not travel unless ‘essential’ to holiday spot in new update
The UK Government has advised against all but essential travel to Thailand in the latest Foreign Office travel update, citing the escalation in the Middle East.

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:39:49 +0000
Foreign Office confirms rescue flight details for Brits stuck in Middle East nation
A charter flight will rescue British nationals in Oman this evening, it has been confirmed.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:23 +0000
Man who died after skydive from Dorset, police confirm
A MAN who died following a skydive in Devon has been named by police

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:27:00 +0000
Is it safe to travel to Turkey? UK government's new advice amid Middle East conflict
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its latest travel advice for those heading to Turkey from the UK amid Middle East conflict

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:52:11 +0000
Is it safe to travel to Dubai? UK's latest travel advice for Brits flying to UAE
The intensifying conflict between Iran and US-Israeli forces has resulted in flight cancellations, including at Dubai Airport, and important travel advice.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:42:20 +0000
MP challenges Trump strategy on Iran war
WEST Dorset MP Edward Morello has challenged Donald Trump’s strategy on Iran, warning that the US president lacks a credible plan for what comes after his latest military escalation.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:48:00 +0000
Café reopens after refurbishment
A BELOVED café near Bridport has reopened following a refurbishment

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:10:00 +0000
Pantomime comes to an end after hugely successful run
A TOWN'S pantomime production has come to an end after a hugely successful run.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Three week road closure for stabilisation works
A road in Netherbury is to be closed for an estimated three weeks so that stabilisation work can be carried out

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:04:04 +0000
Spring Statement 2026 - 5 key takeaways on growth, housing and energy changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement warning against “reckless borrowing” and claiming her plan is “the right one”.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:24:43 +0000
Emirates issues update when flights to Dubai will resume amid Middle East conflict
UAE airspace has partially reopened amid conflict in the Middle East, but are Emirates flying to Dubai yet?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:42:05 +0000
Tragedy as man dies after falling off beauty spot
A man has very sadly died after falling from a beauty spot in west Dorset.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:13:13 +0000
Large emergency response to beach incident
A large emergency presence has been responding to an incident on a west Dorset beach.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:05:21 +0000
WATCH - Dramatic rockfall captured on camera
Parts of the cliffs have come away at Charmouth just weeks after a major landslip

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:36:43 +0000
Traffic queuing along main route
Tailback traffic has been reported on the A35 this morning

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:56:31 +0000
Skydive death could have been caused by 'parachute malfunction'
The death of an 'experienced' skydiver could have been caused by a 'parachute malfunction', according to relatives.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:17:29 +0000
Person suffering medical emergency is rescued from coast path
A person suffering from a medical emergency has been rescued from a coast path

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:23:14 +0000
E-bike battery explodes and causes fire in barn
A large blaze was ignited by the battery of a modified electric bike which exploded, an investigation has revealed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:07:50 +0000
Temporary traffic lights up for safety work on main road
Traffic lights have been installed in along the A35 as work to improve the safety of the busy road begins this week

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:23:20 +0000
Children to find out if they have been successful in secondary school applications
Parents and carers can find out whether their children have received a spot at their chosen secondary schools from today

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:46:44 +0000
Plans for next phase of harbour wall repairs could get green light
THE next phase of repairs to West Bay’s harbour walls could be given the go‑ahead this week as councillors meet to discuss fresh proposals.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:06:19 +0000
MP warns over cuts to rural bus services
WEST Dorset’s MP has warned ministers they risk “normalising failure” after years of cuts to rural bus routes and underfunding of public transport.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Well known Dorset resident to provide star power at concert
Well known Dorset resident Martin Clunes is to provide the star power at a concert in Dorchester

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:33:07 +0000
Child taken to hospital after scooter crash
A child riding a scooter has been taken to hospital following a crash

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The beautiful little Dorset church with a monument to a tragedy
In the west Dorset countryside lies a beautiful little church containing a monument to a tragic event

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:32:52 +0000
4 UK travel companies close with all flights and trips cancelled - are you affected?
Four UK travel companies have ceased trading (so far) in 2026, resulting in the cancellation of flights and holiday packages - have you been affected?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:49:24 +0000
More than 100,000 Brits may need evacuating from Middle East as flights cancelled
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper indicated that 102,000 British nationals have registered their presence in the region.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset walk that's worth it for 'magnificent views' among UK's best for 2026
The Golden Cap walk has been named among the UK's best walks for 2026 by Which? in part thanks to its coastal views.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:47:21 +0000
'I just feel it is bonkers': objections to replacement home
PLANS for a replacement home overlooking Lyme Regis have been described as “bonkers” by local councillor Belinda Bawden.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How well do you really know Dorset? 25 local questions to tease your brain
Think you know Dorset? Try this 25-question quiz on local history, villages, landmarks and quirky folklore – from Iron Age hillforts to Thomas Hardy pubs and smugglers’ haunts.

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Dorset manor house occupied by disgraced royal
This manor house was once the grand residence occupied by the former Prince Andrew during married life with Sarah Ferguson

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Dorset restaurants, pubs and chefs in the running for prestigious awards
These Dorset pubs, restaurants and chefs have made it through to the second stage of the prestigious Trencherman's Awards

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New details revealed about world famous artist's time in Dorset
Fresh research into artist J.M.W. Turner’s 1811 visit to Charmouth will be shared in a special talk by Neil Mattingly for the Charmouth Local History Society

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 10 best Indian restaurants in Dorset according to reviews
Discover the 10 best Indian restaurants in Dorset for 2026, ranked by Google rating. Includes top spots in Weymouth, Dorchester, Lyme Regis, Portland, and Bridport, with essential details, ratings, and what to expect

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Dorset hotel that hosted royalty and featured in Hollywood film
Discover the history of Lyme Regis’s Royal Lion Hotel, a 17th‑century coaching inn turned seaside hotel, linked to royalty, writers, film locations and ghostly tales

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:39:00 +0000
Community garden at risk of being lost
More volunteers are needed to run a community garden which is at risk of being lost in Lyme Regis

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:28:00 +0000
Community pins hopes on 20mph limit as 'last chance' to address road safety
A community remains hopeful that the speed limit for a village on the coast road will be reduced

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 21:37:39 +0000
Tragedy as man dies after skydive
Police have confirmed a man has died after a skydiving incident in Devon

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:56:00 +0000
Radio host taking on marathon to keep people out of prison through music
A radio presenter who has never run before is taking on a huge challenge for a charity that helps keep people out of prison through music

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:58:03 +0000
High Street bakery reopens after refurbishment
A BAKERY in Lyme Regis has unveiled its new look store following a refurbishment.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Notice published after death of woman from Dorset town
A public notice has been published following the death of a woman from west Dorset.

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 09:07:00 +0000
People urged to avoid making one mistake when pruning hydrangeas in their garden
Plenty of people have hydrangeas in their garden, but some experts have warned against making one mistake when pruning them

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:43:00 +0000
Couple who escaped devastating house fire owe their lives to local firefighters
A RETIRED couple from a rural community in west Dorset said they would 'not be here' if it wasn't for the quick response of their local fire station - which is at risk of closure.

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